How many Airbnb and VRBO listings are in Anchorage?

Over the 12 months ending September 2026, the Anchorage market averaged 2,488 active Airbnb and VRBO listings, up 2% from a year earlier and up 23% over two years.

How much do Airbnbs and VRBOs make in Anchorage?

An average Anchorage listing earns $37K/year. High-performing listings earn $68K, while low-performing listings earn $17K.

How much does it cost to buy an Airbnb or VRBO property in Anchorage?

Median Anchorage home prices by size are 1-bedroom $170K, 2-bedroom $297K, 3-bedroom $424K, and 4+ bedroom $531K.

What is the occupancy rate for Airbnb and VRBO in Anchorage?

Average occupancy in Anchorage is 39%, producing RevPAR of $71 per available night.

Are short-term rentals legal in Anchorage?

Rules vary across Anchorage. I don't have reliable information about short-term rental regulations for Dillingham. This could refer to Dillingham, Alaska or another location. Without verified data on their specific permit requirements, occupancy rules, and actual enforcement practices, I recommend contacting the Dillingham city clerk's office or planning department directly for current STR regulations and enforcement details. Verify requirements for the property's jurisdiction.

Is the Anchorage Airbnb and VRBO market oversaturated?

The Anchorage Airbnb and VRBO market does not show clear signs of oversaturation. Supply has grown 2% year-over-year, while RevPAR has increased 20%, suggesting demand is outpacing available supply.

When is peak season for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Anchorage?

RevPAR is highest in July and August; it is lowest in January and November.

Which Airbnb and VRBO amenities matter most in Anchorage?

The most common amenities are Internet (99%), Parking (97%), Kitchen (97%). The strongest positive revenue associations are Hot Tub (+48%), Washing Machine (+35%), Sauna (+17%).

What is the average nightly rate for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Anchorage?

Average daily rate in Anchorage is $242, up 22% year-over-year. Rates peak in July and are lowest in January.

How far in advance do guests book Airbnb and VRBO stays in Anchorage?

Guests in Anchorage book an average of 34 days in advance, up 3% from last year. Booking windows range from 30 days for 1-bedroom listings to 42 days for 4+ bedroom listings.

Which days of the week perform best for Airbnbs and VRBOs in Anchorage?

Booking demand is highest on Friday and lowest on Tuesday. Nightly rates peak on Friday and are lowest on Tuesday. Weekend occupancy is 22% higher than weekday occupancy.

How is gross yield calculated?

For each eligible home, annual room-revenue potential is divided by a ZIP- and bedroom-matched home-value estimate. Groups show the median of those yields. Cleaning income is excluded. Gross yield is before expenses and financing.

Anchorage, AK

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Annual revenue (actual)

$40.9k

12 mo avg

↑16%

from prior 12 mo

Occupancy rate

44%

12 mo avg

↓3%

from prior 12 mo

Avg daily rate

$225

12 mo avg

↑22%

from prior 12 mo

Gross yield

11.9%

Current potential

↓0.8 pts

vs prior-year prices

Lead time

35 days

12 mo avg

↑2 days

from prior 12 mo

Revpar

$76

12 mo avg

↑18%

from prior 12 mo

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Anchorage Airbnb market summary

Best Airbnb neighborhoods in the Anchorage, AK market

Compare 11 neighborhoods and nearby areas in the broader Anchorage, AK rental market. These areas are not limited to city boundaries. Each figure below is based on at least 20 qualifying listings; follow an area for occupancy, nightly rates and bedroom comparisons.

Ranked by median gross yield across eligible homes. Each home’s annual room-revenue potential is compared with its ZIP- and bedroom-matched value, before expenses.

Neighborhood	Revenue (potential)	Gross yield
1.Butte & Knik River	$70.4K 28 listings	17.9% 28 listings
2.Midtown Anchorage	$39.8K 26 listings	15.9% 26 listings
3.Campbell & Abbott Loop	$38.4K 206 listings	14.3% 206 listings
4.Downtown Anchorage & South Addition	$40.3K 242 listings	14.0% 242 listings
5.East Anchorage	$38.5K 112 listings	13.9% 112 listings
6.Palmer & Fishhook	$45.7K 85 listings	13.0% 85 listings
7.West Anchorage & Sand Lake	$37.2K 275 listings	12.6% 275 listings
8.Wasilla & Lakes	$45.0K 97 listings	11.9% 97 listings
9.Eagle River & Chugiak	$52.2K 78 listings	11.9% 78 listings
10.South Anchorage & Hillside	$40.9K 132 listings	10.3% 132 listings
11.Big Lake & Knik	$31.4K 33 listings	8.9% 33 listings

Data as of 2026-10-06

Revenue per listing by bedroom

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Performance metrics by bedroom

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